1974 Lada Riva vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,450 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (80 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 320 kg more than 1981 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Lada Riva (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Lada | Talbot |
Model | Riva | Samba |
Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 62 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2350 mm |